A former Baltimore teacher, Mustafa Pitts, received a 55-year maximum sentence for sexual abuse of a minor, with State's Attorney Bates emphasizing the severity of the crime.

Protesters in Baltimore demand the disbandment of the Johns Hopkins University's private police force, citing lack of community approval and accountability.

Jeanie Shifflett, 84, and several pets died in a house fire in Taneytown. The fire had self-extinguished by the time authorities arrived. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause.

The National Weather Service predicts a dramatic weather shift in Baltimore with an Arctic front bringing a wintry mix, strong winds, and a cold surge into the 20s.

The NWS Baltimore/Washington issued an early forecast for a cold front exit and blizzard warnings in Maryland counties, with cold, windy weather expected and potential light snow towards the weekend.

Santa visited Johns Hopkins Children's Center by helicopter, bringing joy to kids with health challenges, while the Ravens supported local children with a shopping spree.

A man was arrested in Eldersburg after a shoplifting event at Walmart led to a high-speed chase and the discovery of stolen goods and suspected cocaine.

Firefighters and a driver were hospitalized after a collision involving a fire department vehicle in Baltimore.

Cameron Keelan was arrested in Parkville for an attempted kidnapping of three children; this incident may not be isolated, as police investigate further cases.

Maryland State Police arrested 51-year-old Matthew McMahon from Bel Air on charges of child pornography possession, following a coordinated investigation and raid by multiple agencies.

A crash on Reisterstown Road in Pikesville resulted in one death and two injuries, involving a Corolla and a Lexus.

A 19-year-old was shot in Baltimore's Central District and has non-life-threatening injuries. Police are investigating with limited suspect information.

Baltimore's Kennedy Krieger Institute started its 36th annual Festival of Trees fundraiser, featuring over 850 trees and supporting neurodevelopmental work.